If recorded messages are saved in the computer, it is strongly recommend that you backup the messages onto a CD-R/RW disc, or other external storage device, before installing this software.

If a previous version of Digital Voice Editor software is installed on the computer, please uninstall the previous version by following the on-screen instructions with this utility. Messages saved in the computer and option settings may not be correctly imported if you uninstall the previous version by any other method.

During the installation of this update, be sure that you are logged in as the Administrator or as a user with Administrative rights.

To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.

It is highly recommended that you print out these instructions for use as a reference during the installation process.

To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.

Download the DVESetup_EN_3301.exe file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).

Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the DVESetup_EN_3301.exe file to begin the installation.

If an "Enter the owner name" window opens, enter the owner name to be used with the Digital Voice Editor software.Note: You cannot change the owner name once it has been entered.IMPORTANT: The owner name is used for restricting use of data recorded from CDs using the CD Recording Tool for DVE. Files recorded from CDs cannot be handled in a computer that has an owner name different from the computer that recorded the CDs. If any prohibited data modification is attempted, or a file is used for other than private purposes, the file may become unplayable or the Digital Voice Editor software may become inoperable.

If a previous version of Sony Voice Editor software is already installed on the computer a window will open. Please read the information carefully and follow the instructions provided.Note: The information and options will vary depending on the type and version of Digital Voice Editor software already installed:

If Digital Voice Editor version 1.x is installed:
Please uninstall version 1.x if you don't use the ICS message file format (messages recorded by the ICD-R100 or ICD-R200 recorder). You can select whether or not to uninstall Digital Voice Editor version 1.x when installing version 3.3.01.

If Digital Voice Editor version 2.x or 3.0 is installed:
The previous version will be automatically uninstalled before version 3.3 is installed.

If Digital Voice Editor version 3.1, 3.2, or 3.3 is installed:
Version 3.3.01 will overwrite the previous version.

IMPORTANT: It is highly recommended that you uninstall previous versions of Digital Voice Editor software by following the on-screen instructions with this utility. Messages saved in the computer and option settings may not be correctly imported if you uninstall the previous version by any other method.

Follow the onscreen prompts to continue the installation.

At the "ICD-P Series Confirmation" screen, click to select "Yes" if your Sony voice recorder model number starts with "ICD-P". Otherwise, click to select "No".Note: If your voice recorder is in the ICD-P series and you select "No", you will not be able to save or edit files from your ICD-P series recorder. If you install the software and later wish to change your selection, follow the instructions on this page to install the software again and change your selection.

Click "Next" and follow the onscreen prompts to continue the installation.

When the installation is complete the "Readme" file will open. After reviewing the information, close the "Readme" window.

The sections below list the benefits provided by each version of the Sony Digital Voice Editor software. Each version includes the benefits provided by previous versions.Note: Different voice recorder models include different versions of Digital Voice Editor on the supplied software installation disc.

Benefit provided by Digital Voice Editor version 3.3.01

Adds compatibility with the ICD-PX820 series and ICD-SX-750 series digital recorders.

Benefit provided by Digital Voice Editor version 3.3

Adds compatibility with Windows 7 operating system.

Benefits provided by Digital Voice Editor version 3.2.01

Adds support for 64-bit versions of Windows Vista operating systemNotes:

When used with 64-bit versions of Windows Vista operating system, the Content Transfer software runs under WOW64 for 32-bit compatibility.

64-bit versions of Windows® XP are not supported.

Benefits provided by Digital Voice Editor version 3.2.00

Adds compatibility with additional Sony digital voice recorder models

Benefits provided by Digital Voice Editor version 3.1.01

Adds compatibility with Microsoft® Windows Vista® operating system

Adds built in CD burning capability

Benefits provided by Digital Voice Editor version 2.27

Adds the AutoSave function which automatically saves messages from the IC recorder when it is connected to a computer.Note: The AutoSave function is available only for certain models of IC recorders. For more information, search for "AutoSave" in the Digital Voice Editor help files.

Adds the V-Up function which automatically adjusts the level of the playback sound. It makes the sound louder only for the low-level parts of a recorded message.